After a successful five-year tenure, Prof. Umaru Pate, recently handed over the leadership of the Federal University, Kashere (FUK), Gombe State to his successor, Prof. Muhammad Inuwa Ja’afaru.

He left behind a cash balance of N2.03b in the university’s treasury.

The hand-over ceremony, which took place at the university campus, marked the end of Prof. Pate’s administration that was widely regarded as a “period of stability, growth, and institutional consolidation for the young federal university.”

Speaking at the event, Pate expressed gratitude to the Federal Government, the university community, and other stakeholders for their support throughout his tenure, noting that prudent financial management and accountability remained a key priority of his administration.

He said the N2.03b left in the treasury was a reflection of deliberate efforts to strengthen internal revenue generation, block financial leakages, and ensure judicious use of public funds, even in the face of economic challenges.

In his acceptance speech, the new Vice-Chancellor, Ja’afaru, lauded his predecessor for laying a solid foundation, particularly in the areas of financial discipline, academic development, and administrative reforms.

The don also pledged to consolidate the achievements recorded under Prof. Pate’s leadership, assuring staff and students of his commitment to transparency, inclusiveness, and the continued growth of the institution.

The ceremony was attended by principal officers of the university, members of the Governing Council, staff members, and other stakeholders, who described the peaceful transition and strong financial handover as a positive signal for the future of the Federal University, Kashere.